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Peter Ogunwumi Obituary

Ogunwumi, Prophet Peter D.

Elmira: Age 45 of Pratt St. in Elmira went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly on Aug. 25, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Andrea (Miles) Ogunwumi; His father, Solomon Ogunwumi living in Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa; Brothers, Steven (Roychelle) Ogunwumi of Painted Post, NY, Samuel (Victoria) Ogunwumi, Michael (Gurmah) Ogunwumi, Sister, Rachel Ogunwumi all of Monrovia, Liberia West Africa, Sisters-in-law, Marcy (Melvin) Pride of Moneta, VA, Brenda (Stacey) Lewis of Sandston, VA, Cousin, Randy (Marian) Henderson of Webster, NY; Several nieces and nephews including Angel Nash, Kemi and Patience Ogunwumi. Many special friends including, The Rev. Dr. Micheal (Rhonda) Spencer, Seun (Milton) Holmes of Lanham, MD, Pastor Matthew (Sarah) Umorem of Boston, MA, Pastor David (Esther) Osho of Houston, TX. Prophet Peter was also predeceased by his mother, Sarah and brother, Emmanuel Ogunwumi. Prophet Peter was formerly employed at the Chemung County Nursing Facility and more recently the founder and President of Ogunwumi Ministries in Elmira and the Alliance of Prayer, a 300 member international prayer network. Prophet Peter was extremely proud of his naturalization in 2006. He was a graduate of the University of Liberia and Zion Bible College in Barrington, RI and served as a member of the chaplaincy team at St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira. Prophet Peter served in ministries at Faith to Face Ministries in Corning, NY and was also active with his family at His Tabernacle Family Church in Horseheads where he was a member of the Senior Leadership Team and an instructor at their Bible College. He was a supporter of Zion Bible College Alumni Association and an active volunteer of the Economic Opportunity Program, Inc. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of his life to take place at His Tabernacle Family Church, 16 Level Acres Dr., Horseheads on Wednesday Aug. 31, 2011 at 11:00 AM, the Rev. Dr. Micheal Spencer will officiate. His interment service will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads. Family and friends are also invited to repass at His Tabernacle Family Church immediately following the interment service. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may remember Prophet Peter with memorials to His Tabernacle Family Church, 16 Level Acres Dr., Horseheads, NY 14845 or the Economic Opportunity Program, Inc., 650 Baldwin St., Elmira, NY 14901. Expressions and condolences may be shared at www.barberfuneralhome.com

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Published by Star-Gazette on Aug. 28, 2011.

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margaret chiluba masuwa

September 4, 2011

Andrea, it was with great shock that I heard of his passing. We thank God for his life and friendship. May the Lord strengthen you during this difficult time. The last time I saw you two was at our graduation at Zion. Great man of God and prayer warrior he was. My prayers are with the whole family and especially for Andrea.

faith lackay jones

September 1, 2011

Prophet Ogunwumi was known to me as Mr. Ogun math teacher extraordinare! A man of great integrity, intelligence, and fairness. He was my Math teacher in 10th and 11th grade. Even back then, we could sense the presence of God in his life.. This is truly a loss. Prophet Ogun will surely continue to live on in the many lives he impacted through his teachings both in the classroom and the church. Sincere condolences to the Ogunwumi family.

Nikki Cayne

September 1, 2011

Andrea, I am sorry for your loss, may God bless you in this time of bereavement. You will continute to be in my prayers.

Ulrike & Thomas Appelt

August 31, 2011

Dear Andrea and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and brother. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
With sincere sympathy

Frieda Sebalu

August 31, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

August 30, 2011

Dear Andrea,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. God is with you. Brenda Roberson, EOP

Jessica Roberts

August 30, 2011

Andrea,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I only met him once but he seemed like an amazing, giving man. My prayers are with you and your family.

Jessica Roberts

Alison Wolfe

August 30, 2011

God Bless you Pastor Peter Ogunwumi . . .
Thank you for your friendship and the many blessings you gave to others.
May the blessings of God be upon you. . .
To his beautiful wife and dear friend, Pastor Andrea Miles Ogunwumi and the Ogunwumi and Miles families. . . we pray that God will give you strength and courage in your time of bereavement.
May God watch over all during this time of need.
Peace, prayers, and blessings. . .
With sincere sympathy, love, and friendship. . . Alison Wolfe

Gwendolyn and Anthony Fisher

August 29, 2011

Andrea, we thank God for the life and prayers that you and Phophet Peter shared with Anthony, myself, and so many others. We truly miss him. We are praying the Ogumwumi and Miles families.

Eld. Claude / Michelle Oliver

August 29, 2011

Andrea and the Ogunwumi family: Michelle and I are sad to hear of Prophet Peter's passing. Our thoughts and prayers will continuously be with you and the family. We know that the Lord will continue to comfort you during this time.

Joan Lewis

August 29, 2011

Dearest Andrea, my prayers are with you as you grieve for Peter. Obin, Mark and I send you our love and wish you God's peace. May the risen Christ carry you through your loss.

Bonnie Sissenstein

August 29, 2011

Andrea, I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories you hold comfort you.

Nancy Auer

August 29, 2011

Andrea,

I am sorry for the loss of your husband. May the Lord bring comfort to you and your family.
Nancy Auer and Family

Tina Wood

August 29, 2011

Andrea,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Reba Kelsy Vanessa and Marcus Herndon

August 29, 2011

Andrea and the Ogunwumi family: We are sad to hear of Peter's passing. We continue to keep you all in our prayers that the Lord will continue to comfort you during this time. You will see one another again!! Let us know if we may help in any way.

LeValia, Travis, Trenton & Tyler Williams/Ladd

August 29, 2011

To the Ogunwumi Family: May your fond memories of Peter keep you. We pray for your comfort and that our Savior will hold you in His arms to carry you through.

BERN LYTLE

August 28, 2011

I want to express my condolences to you, Andrea. May God comfort you, and His people surround you with care at this tough time.

August 28, 2011

May God comfort you in the short term because as a believer you know that you will see Peter again. He was a man of God who will be missed. My prayers are with you, dear friend.

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Jen

August 28, 2011

I am deeply sorry to hear about Pete. He was a great friend, and a great co-worker when we worked together.

Darlane Jackson

August 28, 2011

A Prophet he was and will always be in the eyes of the lord and others.
your strengh and guidence will see you through may god bless you in every way.My family sends their prayer

August 28, 2011

we are so sorry for your loss and will miss a great prayer buddy. Pat neal Central Assembly of God Church Horseheads New york

Amanda Golden

August 28, 2011

My heart feels heavy with the news of his passing :( I will surely miss seeing the two of you together at Ruby's for lunch! We had a few really nice chats... And what a powerhouse we was at church... Selfishly I wish he were still here on earth.. but the unselfish in me takes over and says Im so glad that he is healed and whole and walking the streets of gold in Heaven with God!

August 28, 2011

Andrea
We are very sorry to hear of his passsing he will missed.
But the good news is that our heavley father has welcome him home with open armes and he is up there waching over the rest of us at the right hand of GOD our love and prayers are with you and your family at this time
your Family in Christ Howard & Penny Golden

Robin Rosekrans

August 28, 2011

Andrea, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Miracle Mack

August 28, 2011

May God bless you in your time of sorrow. He has dedicated his life to God and to touching the lives of others and he will be greatly missed.

Former Elmira Mayor Bill O'Brien, Andrea & Pete Ogunwumi on Juneteenth June 6, 2005

Sid & Jo Graubard

August 28, 2011

I will miss my very good friend Peter. When we were together we would discuss our common interests in cameras & a little bit of politics. He was a man of remarkable wisdom. Our heart felt condolences goes out to Andrea & his family. May his soul rest in peace.

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